Newcomer Francoeur gets latest party started

MIAMI — When he was dealt to the Marlins from the Braves on Wednesday night, Jeff Francoeur knew he was joining a team in the postseason race. It wasn’t until Friday that the veteran outfielder realized he was also joining the party.

Francoeur scored from second on Chris Johnson’s walk-off ground-rule double in the ninth inning of the Marlins’ 7-6 win over the Padres at Marlins Park. It didn’t take long for the 32-year-old to see celebrations are a bit different in Miami.

After the usual mob scene on the field, the players went into the clubhouse, which has become an anything-goes party scene for about 10 minutes until reporters are allowed to enter, and order is restored.

Francoeur collected three hits and a walk in his first start with the Marlins.

“It’s unbelievable,” Francoeur said. “I was actually more tired from dancing than playing today.”

Win or lose, the Marlins like to keep things loose. And when they win, they wear masks, blare music, turn off the lights and dance around through the mist from their smoke …

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